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Custom makeup provides you with more options for creating a personalized skin care routine that enhances your appearance. Commercially sold products simply do not always address the unique needs that everyone has for their skin. It is common for one-size-fits-all products to create more damage when you are trying to fix a specific problem. As you create your skin regimen, consider these ways that working with a compounding pharmacist for custom makeup will revolutionize your makeup application.
What are Cosmeceuticals?
Cosmeceuticals are a term used for cosmetic products that have been combined with pharmaceutical-type ingredients. Cosmetic products that claim to have medicinal properties are grouped within the cosmeceutical category. However, it is important to understand that although these products are sometimes called cosmetic drugs, cosmeceuticals does not necessarily mean that these cosmetics contain drugs with pharmacological properties; it simply means that there is a connection between them being regular cosmetics and the healing benefits that prescription drugs may provide. For example, if a cosmetic company states that hydroxyl acid helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, the product falls under the category of cosmetics. But, if the same cosmetics company states that hydroxyl acids may change the skin structure, making it more elastic, it is then classified as a drug.
What Are the Ingredients in Cosmeceuticals?
Over-the-counter cosmetic products often list ingredients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin E or retinol, which are beneficial for improving the skin. However, these products do not contain the concentrations to provide anti-aging benefits. Cosmeceuticals, which are typically only available from a skin care clinic, contain higher concentrations of the active ingredients necessary to provide significant anti-aging benefits. Some of the most common cosmeceutical ingredients include:
- Pomegranate
- Soy
- Grape seed
- Hydroxyl acids
- Retinol
- Depigmenting agents (such as kojiic acid or hydroquinone)
- Hormones, including weak estrogens, such as HGH (human growth hormone) or estradiol
- Polyphenols, which are antioxidants from plants
- Botanicals, such as aloe vera, curcumin and silymarin
- Antioxidants, which include Vitamins A, B, C and E, coenzyme Q-10, idebenone, polyphenols, kinetin and/or alpha lipoic acid
Discover the Difference between Compounding and a Regular Pharmacy
The makeup counter at a traditional pharmacist is full of commercial products. Unfortunately, these products do not always live up to what they claim. Alternatively, you may find using multiple products to try to accommodate your needs is cumbersome and time consuming. A compounding pharmacy differs from traditional stores by using a combination of art and science to prepare custom makeup that is specifically tailored to fit your skin care needs. Ingredients can be added or subtracted according to your pharmacist’s carefully planned preparation. Because of this, you have more control over how a new product affects your skin.
How Compounding Creates Custom Makeup Tailored to You
A compounding pharmacy creates custom results for your needs. They will compound multiple ingredients into your makeup. The result is custom makeup specifically for you, and your needs. There are many benefits of compounding your makeup.
Combine Beauty Treatments to Streamline Your Routine
Applying multiple products such as sunscreen, moisturizers and your makeup adds up to a significant amount of time each day. Fortunately, you can work with your compounding pharmacist to find ways to pare down your products. You can do this by combining multiple ingredients into one custom makeup beauty treatment. For example, your pharmacist can mix a single moisturizer that includes all of the ingredients you need such as vitamin E and retinol along with topical medications for your acne.
Remove Irritating Ingredients from Your Favorite Products
Commercial products typically include one active ingredient, combining it with added fillers to give it bulk. Unfortunately, it is very common for some of these fillers to irritate your skin or contribute to allergies. For instance, propylene glycol can be very drying for your skin, and products containing this ingredient can counteract your moisturizing efforts. With custom makeup from a compounding pharmacy, you can have these fillers removed. This ensures your skin care routine is more effective for treating your issues without causing further irritation.
Increase Effectiveness with Personalized Treatments
Dealing with aging skin poses new challenges for your makeup routine. It is possible that layering on the wrong treatments could be making your fine lines and wrinkles worse. A compounding pharmacist uses pharmaceutical grade ingredients combined with scientific knowledge to develop an individualized topical treatment that targets your individual problem areas. They can also prepare bio-identical hormone replacement treatments that promote better skin through addressing hormonal imbalances that contribute to redness and acne.
Keep Enjoying Discontinued Products
There is nothing sadder than discovering that your trusty makeup product is no longer available over the counter. However, many manufacturers discontinue products from their line in favor of pushing out new types of makeup to keep consumers interested. When you can no longer find that favorite moisturizer, all you have to do is tell your compounding pharmacist. That way, they can mix up a similar one that provides the same results.
While most people don’t think twice about having an outfit tailored to fit their unique body shape, the importance of a personalized custom makeup routine is often overlooked. By taking advantage of being able to have your makeup customized, you can turn your daily skin care regimen into a transformative experience that addresses your unique needs.